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AV13 SXG

2013 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

31,004 mi
Last recorded31,004 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2013 Ford Ka40,573 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV13 SXG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 31,004 miles

Both front top shock mounts slight play

Pass 21 Jul 2025 30,099 miles

Both front top shock mounts have slight play

Offside Rear Nail in tyre Near edge

Pass 15 Jul 2024 28,707 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both top shock mounts (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 15 Jul 2024 28,707 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both top shock mounts (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 27,388 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 26,005 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 24,080 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 22,444 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 22,444 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2019 20,293 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 20,293 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 16,965 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 16,965 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

engine misfiring

Pass 24 Jul 2017 14,086 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 10,816 miles

small chips in windscreen

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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AV13 SXG is a 2013 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2013 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 40,573 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV13 SXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 13 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AV13 SXG registered?

AV13 SXG is a 2013 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2013.

Is AV13 SXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV13 SXG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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